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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Shanghai Hosts Inaugural ACL Grand Finals 2025: Asia's Premier Esports Spectacle Begins
$2 Million Prize Pool, Nine Elite Titles, and a Gateway to Esports World Cup Glory SHANGHAI, May 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League (ACL) Grand Finals 2025, hosted by Hero Esports, officially kicks off today in Shanghai, marking the debut of Asia's boldest and most electrifying esports festival. From May 16–18, the city's iconic venues—SPD Bank Oriental Sports Center, Jing'an Sports Center, and the National Exhibition and Convention Center—will transform into battlegrounds for nine top-tier titles, featuring a combined $2 million prize pool and direct qualification paths to the Esports World Cup (EWC). Why This Matters for Global Fans Unmatched Scale: The ACL consolidates Counter-Strike 2 (CS2), DotA 2, Honor of Kings, Street Fighter 6, League of Legends Legend Cup, Teamfight Tactics, VALORANT Champions Tour, Delta Force, and CrossFire. Road to EWC: Selected ACL winners will earn direct entry to the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia—the largest esports event in history due to take place from July to August with a record total prize pool of US$70m. Shanghai's Esports Ambition: The event fuses elite competition with the city's culture, from metro line takeovers to themed airliners ferrying fans to EWC. Event Highlights: Counter-Strike 2: China's Elites Go Head-to-Head After a wild playoff on May 11, LVG and TYLOO are set to clash in the Grand Finals at SPD Bank Oriental Sports Center on May 16. Winner bags not only the ACL x CS2 title, but also a direct ticket to EWC 2025. It's a battle for national pride and a shot at global glory—who will dominate? Dota 2: $150K on the Line + a EWC Spot! The Semifinals and Grand Final of DotA 2 hit the National Exhibition Center on May 16, with teams like Xtreme Gaming, Yakult Brothers, Team Tidebound and Excel Esports battling it out. The grand prize $150K in cash! The champion takes $100K home, plus a golden ticket to the EWC this summer—the bracket's wild. Honor of Kings: Qualifier Winner Takes on KPL Top 5 at the Grand Finals From May 14th to 16th, and will clash in critical knockout stage matches. Winner of the knockout rounds then goes on to face off against Foshan DRG for the ACL title and a coveted spot at EWC. Street Fighter 6 : Fighting Titans Clash at DreamHack From May 17 to 18, the Street Fighter 6 tournament is going down at the DreamHack Festival at the National Exhibition Center. The World's fiercest fighters from around the globe gather in the city and battle over two days for a shot at EWC glory. Who will rise, who will fall, and who will be crowned the ultimate fighter? Who will fall—Stay tuned. League of Legends Legend Cup S3: Tigers vs. Eagles – A Legendary Rivalry The ACL Grand Finals x League of Legends Legend Cup S3 kicks off at 2 PM on May 17 at Oriental Sports Center! It's a showdown between the "Tigers" (AIW, HPA, BL led by legendary top laner Letme) and the "Eagles" (ACM, RNS, PLT led by champion AD carry Bang). Two regions, two styles—one epic clash. Oh, and be sure to catch the opening and halftime shows - where mystery guests drop in to fire up the crowd! Teamfight Tactics: Strategies on Steroids T1 locked in their final spot by defeating Alpha Gaming 2-1 in the winners' bracket, while Team Falcons fought through the losers' bracket to secure their place, winning them a chance to go head-to-head in a do-or-die battle with Alpha Gaming on May 17. The winner will then join T1 on May 18th for the ultimate showdown. Let's find out who's got the winning strategy to claim the ACL x TFT championship trophy. Valorant Champions Tour: Bounty Bracket Showdown The Valorant bounty knockout stage kicked off at 5 PM on May 14. Six top teams from CN and PAC regions—TE, ZETA, BLG, DRX, XLG, PRX— will battle it out over four days of intense matches. The Grand Final is about to hit JING'AN SPORTS CENTER at 5 PM on May 18. Delta Force: Top 4 Asian Powerhouses Collide in Shanghai TEAM A, featuring AG, JMG, PeRo, Q9, and Wolves, fought their way to the top and secured China's spot! From May 17 to 18, China, Japan, South Korea, and Thailand squads will hit the international stage of the ACL Grand Finals, ready to write a new chapter in tactical FPS history. CrossFire: Asian Gunfight Royale for EWC Glory Eight top teams from China, Philippines, and Vietnam are locked and loaded! From May 16 to 17 at JING'AN SPORTS CENTER, CN powerhouses like BaiSha, AG, EP, and KZ take on ARC, NT, FAL, and UM. The champ doesn't just win—they punch their ticket to EWC. Let the bullets fly! ACL Collaboration with DreamHack DreamHack, Asia's first and world-largest "Esports + Festival" Extravaganza that goes back to 1994, is collaborating with ACL Grand Final 2025 to bring you Esports matches, LAN party, indie games, and more. From May 16 to 18, four major tournaments of the ACL Grand Finals 2025 are about to go down at DreamHack 2025 in the National Exhibition Center : DotA 2, Teamfight Tactics, Delta Force, Street Fighter 6. Stay tuned! On-Site, You'll Get to: Gear Up & Retro Gaming Vibes(Top-Tier Rigs + Street Fighter Arcade Throwback) Meet Celebs & Creators(Rappers, Bands, EDM Stars & Content Creators) How to Tune In Tickets: (China) / Tongcheng Travel App (global). Global Streams: Twitch, TikTok, YouTube, CHZZK, SOOP For more info, please check ACL official website: About Hero Esports Founded in 2016, Hero Esports is the biggest esports company in Asia, producing more than 7,000 matches every year that captivate an online fan base of over 800 million. With a global presence encompassing 12 office locations and eight top-tier esports arenas, Hero Esports offers a comprehensive suite of esports services, including tournament organization, marketing solutions, community development, and more. As a private company, Hero Esports counts Savvy Games Group and Tencent, among others, as investors, with Kuaishou and Huya as strategic partners. Headquartered in Shanghai and employing more than 1,100 employees, Hero Esports is a fully integrated operator of esports tournaments and creator of esports content with global reach. The company has helped produce many prestigious tournaments including the Olympic Esports Week, the Esports World Cup as well as the esports series featured at both the Jakarta Asian Games 2018 and the Hangzhou Asian Games 2023. Hero Esports also worked with the world's top-tier game publishers such as Tencent and Krafton in organizing popular esports leagues such as the Honor of Kings' KPL series and PUBG's PGC series, among many others. In 2024, Hero Esports launched Esports Asian Champions League (ACL), Asia's premier international, multi-title esports tournament. Hero Esports is a member of the Esports Integrity Commission (ESIC). For media inquiries, please contact: ACL PR Team | aclpr@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Hero Esports
Associated Press
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
HERO ESPORTS ASIAN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE REVEALS VALORANT CHAMPIONS TOUR SCHEDULE AND ESPORTS WORLD CUP QUALIFICATION PATH
SHANGHAI, May 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League (ACL), Asia's premier multi-title esports tournament, has revealed the schedule, format, and qualification details for its VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) events. The ACL series, hosted by Hero Esports, will include a total of four coveted spots for the VALORANT at the Esports World Cup (EWC) 25—2 spots from the VALORANT China Evolution Series: ACT 2 x ACL and 2 spots from the ACL 2025 EWC Qualifier: Pacific. Tournament Highlights From May 6–25, ACL will host a series of high-stakes competitions: All stages except the ACL 2025 EWC Qualifier: Pacific will be broadcast globally on ACL's Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok channels, with live audiences in attendance. Key Stages & Format 1. China Evolution Series: ACT 2 x ACL (May 8–12) 2. ACL x VCT Day 1-3 (May 14–16) 3. ACL Grand Finals 2025 (May 18, Shanghai) 4. ACL 2025 EWC Qualifier: Pacific (May 22–25, closed broadcast) Star Commentary & Global Appeal The ACL x VCT matches will have Chinese, English and Korean commentaries. The English broadcast will feature top-tier talent, including Paperthin and Achilios, offering expert analysis for international audiences. Jonny Wang, CEO of ACL, said: 'In the ACL x VCT tournament, we will bring the VCT PAC teams and the VCT CN teams together. It's thrilling to see how they'll compete and who will emerge victorious. Our bonus system will also motivate lower-ranking teams to reach their full potential, adding excitement to the game.' Danny Tang, Co-Founder and CEO of Hero Esports, remarked: 'The ACL x VCT tournament is not just a test of skill, but also a celebration of cultural exchange. We look forward to seeing how teams from different regions spark creativity and competition on the field. ' About the HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League The HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League (ACL) is the premier and largest international multi-title esports event in Asia. Hosted by leading esports company Hero Esports, the tournament boasts a total prize pool of $2 million. This year, the inaugural ACL features nine premier esports titles, including Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, Honor of Kings, Street Fighter 6, The Legend Cup of League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics, VALORANT Champions Tour, Delta Force and Crossfire. The ACL Grand Finals 2025 (May 16–18, Shanghai) will partner with DreamHack, uniting elite players, gaming tech, and fans. Selected ACL winners will earn direct entry to the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia—the largest esports event in history. For more info, please check ACL official website: For media inquiries, please contact: ACL PR Team | [email protected] View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Hero Esports
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
HERO ESPORTS ASIAN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE REVEALS VALORANT CHAMPIONS TOUR SCHEDULE AND ESPORTS WORLD CUP QUALIFICATION PATH
SHANGHAI, May 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League (ACL), Asia's premier multi-title esports tournament, has revealed the schedule, format, and qualification details for its VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) events. The ACL series, hosted by Hero Esports, will include a total of four coveted spots for the VALORANT at the Esports World Cup (EWC) 25—2 spots from the VALORANT China Evolution Series: ACT 2 x ACL and 2 spots from the ACL 2025 EWC Qualifier: Pacific. Tournament Highlights From May 6–25, ACL will host a series of high-stakes competitions: VALORANT China Evolution Series: Act 2 x ACL (May 8–12) ACL x VCT Day1-3 (May 14–16, Shanghai) ACL Grand Finals 2025 (May 18, Shanghai) ACL 2025 EWC Qualifier: Pacific (May 22–25, Online) All stages except the ACL 2025 EWC Qualifier: Pacific will be broadcast globally on ACL's Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok channels, with live audiences in attendance. Key Stages & Format 1. China Evolution Series: ACT 2 x ACL (May 8–12) Co-hosted by TJ Sports (Tencent & Riot Games joint venture). 12 VCT CN teams compete in a single-elimination bracket (BO3/BO5). Top 2 teams qualify for the Esports World Cup. 2. ACL x VCT Day 1-3 (May 14–16) 3 VCT PAC teams vs. 3 VCT CN teams in a new competitive format. Top 2 teams advance to the ACL Grand Finals. $10,000 for per match win, and $10,000 bonus for defeating a higher-ranked opponent. 3. ACL Grand Finals 2025 (May 18, Shanghai) $50,000 prize and championship title on the line. 4. ACL 2025 EWC Qualifier: Pacific (May 22–25, closed broadcast) 10 VCT PAC teams in a single round-robin format. Top 4 teams compete for 2 EWC spots. Star Commentary & Global Appeal The ACL x VCT matches will have Chinese, English and Korean commentaries. The English broadcast will feature top-tier talent, including Paperthin and Achilios, offering expert analysis for international audiences. Jonny Wang, CEO of ACL, said: "In the ACL x VCT tournament, we will bring the VCT PAC teams and the VCT CN teams together. It's thrilling to see how they'll compete and who will emerge victorious. Our bonus system will also motivate lower-ranking teams to reach their full potential, adding excitement to the game." Danny Tang, Co-Founder and CEO of Hero Esports, remarked: "The ACL x VCT tournament is not just a test of skill, but also a celebration of cultural exchange. We look forward to seeing how teams from different regions spark creativity and competition on the field. " About the HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League The HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League (ACL) is the premier and largest international multi-title esports event in Asia. Hosted by leading esports company Hero Esports, the tournament boasts a total prize pool of $2 million. This year, the inaugural ACL features nine premier esports titles, including Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, Honor of Kings, Street Fighter 6, The Legend Cup of League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics, VALORANT Champions Tour, Delta Force and Crossfire. The ACL Grand Finals 2025 (May 16–18, Shanghai) will partner with DreamHack, uniting elite players, gaming tech, and fans. Selected ACL winners will earn direct entry to the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia—the largest esports event in history. For more info, please check ACL official website: For media inquiries, please contact:ACL PR Team | aclpr@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Hero Esports Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shanghai to Host Historic Esports Spectacle as Hero Esports ACL Grand Finals Venues Revealed
Asia's Premier Multi-Game Championship Unites Nine Esports Titles Across Three Iconic Shanghai Venues This May SHANGHAI, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League (ACL), Asia's most prestigious multi-title esports tournament organized by Hero Esports, an industry leader and the largest esports company in Asia, has announced its championship venues for the ACL Grand Finals 2025 taking place May 16-18 in Shanghai. The landmark event will transform three of the city's most iconic venues into battlegrounds for nine premier esports titles, cementing Shanghai's status as the global esports capital. The tournament is expected to attract 80,000+ live attendees across three venues, with global broadcasts reaching millions via Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok. Participating teams will be competing for a total prize pool of $2 million. Selected ACL winners will earn direct entry to the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia—the largest esports event in history due to take place from July to August. Venue and Event Lineup 1. SPD Bank Oriental Sports Center (Esports Coliseum) - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X CS2 - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X HOK - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X League of Legends Legend Cup S32. JING'AN SPORTS CENTER (Tactical Esports Arena) - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X Valorant Champions Tour - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X CrossFire3. National Exhibition and Convention Center (Global Gaming Festival Hub) - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X DOTA2 - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X Street Fighter 6 - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X Teamfight Tactics - ACL Grand Finals 2025 X Delta Force Event HighlightsDreamHack's China Debut: The world's largest gaming festival joins forces with ACL, delivering an unprecedented fusion of esports, music (electronic/rap), and interactive gaming culture to Glory: Top performers will secure direct qualification to the 2025 Esports World Cup (EWC) in Riyadh – esports' richest tournament with historic prize Defining Moment: Over 80,000+ live attendees expected across three venues, with global broadcasts reaching millions via Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok. Executive Insights "Shanghai's selection as our host city reflects its unmatched esports infrastructure and passionate community," said Jonny Wang, ACL CEO. "By combining elite competition with DreamHack's festival energy, we're creating a new blueprint for global esports events." "This is Hero Esports' most ambitious project to date," added Danny Tang, Co-Founder & CEO of Hero Esports. "The ACL bridges Asian talents with the world stage while delivering unforgettable fan experiences through cutting-edge production." About the HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League The HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League (ACL) is currently the premier and largest international multi-title esports event in Asia. Hosted by leading esports company Hero Esports, the tournament boasts a total prize pool of $2 million. This year, the inaugural ACL features nine premier esports titles, including Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, Honor of Kings, Street Fighter 6, League of Legends Legend Cup S3, Teamfight Tactics, VALORANT Champions Tour, Delta Force and CrossFire. The ACL Grand Finals 2025 (May 16–18, Shanghai) will partner with DreamHack, uniting elite players, gaming tech, and fans. Selected ACL winners will earn direct entry to the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia—the largest esports event in history. For more info, please check ACL official website: About Hero Esports Founded in 2016, Hero Esports is the biggest esports company in Asia, producing more than 7,000 matches every year that captivate an online fan base of over 800 million. With a global presence encompassing 12 office locations and eight top-tier esports arenas, Hero Esports offers a comprehensive suite of esports services, including tournament organization, marketing solutions, community development, and more. As a private company, Hero Esports counts Savvy Games Group and Tencent, among others, as investors, with Kuaishou and Huya as strategic partners. Headquartered in Shanghai and employing more than 1,100 employees, Hero Esports is a fully integrated operator of esports tournaments and creator of esports content with global reach. The company has helped produce many prestigious tournaments including the Olympic Esports Week, the Esports World Cup as well as the esports series featured at both the Jakarta Asian Games 2018 and the Hangzhou Asian Games 2023. Hero Esports also worked with the world's top-tier game publishers such as Tencent and Krafton in organizing popular esports leagues such as the Honor of Kings' KPL series and PUBG's PGC series, among many others. In 2024, Hero Esports launched Esports Asian Champions League (ACL), Asia's premier international, multi-title esports tournament. Hero Esports is a member of the Esports Integrity Commission (ESIC). View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Hero Esports Sign in to access your portfolio
South China Morning Post
20-04-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Tencent-backed Hero Esports leverages AI in bid to become global leader
Hero Esports, a Chinese esports powerhouse backed by Tencent Holdings and Saudi Arabian video-gaming giant Savvy Games Group, is betting big on artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline operations and become a global leader industry, the CEO said in an interview. Advertisement 'We are pilot-testing several AI models, including DeepSeek , in all aspects of the business,' said Danny Tang, co-founder and CEO of Hero Esports. The company is also adapting a local version of DeepSeek to analyse patents and historical contracts to identify areas that might 'require more attention', she said. The company's adoption of AI ties into China's efforts to dominate the global video-gaming arena. Over the past couple of decades, the sector has transformed into a cultural and economic juggernaut. Hero Esports co-founder and CEO Danny Tang. Photo: Handout Tang said one goal of AI adoption is to free up time for the team of around 1,200 to focus on more creative work. Hero Esports has developed its own AI toolkit to streamline various production workflows such as setting timelines, automating camera work and creating highlight reels. Advertisement
